UNESCO World Heritage Site Connections

We have gathered these unique stories, recipes, interviews, and testimonials to enrich and inspire you before your journey with AmaWaterways. In anticipation of your upcoming river cruise, we hope you see how an unforgettable travel experience can truly be yours when sailing with us along the rivers of Europe, Asia, Africa and South America.

Discover why our Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner has named this new European river cruise itinerary his top choice for 2025.Read more
Learn about the history and legends you will discover while visiting Bruges.Read more
Immerse yourself in the highlights of Colombia along this magnificent river.Read more
Learn the legend of how the captivating Ha Long Bay received its nameRead more
Why our optional land packages in Spain’s capital are not to be missed.Read more
Learn more about the fascinating significance behind these wonders of historyRead more
Flowing through more countries than any river in the worldRead more
Explorations, discoveries and breathtaking sights from charming Brittany.Read more
Egypt’s Nile River gives way to some of the world’s most ancient treasures.Read more
The hills are alive with the sound of music in the stunningly historic town of Salzburg, Austria.Read more
Nestled in the French countryside between Libourne and Castillon-la-Bataille, the small village of Saint-Émilion is a jewel of the Bordeaux wine region.Read more
Austria’s iconic Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, is not only home to some of the most charming towns and villages but also stunning scenic views and lush vineyards.Read more
Stepping through the Loire Valley is a bit like stepping back in timeRead more
Prague -- the Czech Republic’s dazzling capital city, home to over a million people and with over 1,100 years of fascinating history to explore – is one of the most exciting European cities to visit.Read more
Travel back in time to explore the beautifully preserved medieval town of Český KrumlovRead more
Life-sized elephant bas-reliefs carved out of temple walls at the aptly named Terrace of the Elephants.Read more
Gilded, glittering glamor whose opulent beauty only rivals Versailles – and Schönbrunn Palace was originally just supposed to be a summer residence.Read more
Mouthwatering bites (or full-on meals)...Read more
Walk the streets of lovely Luxembourg...Read more
What better city to visit on a river cruise than stunning Amsterdam?Read more
Upon seeing Victoria Falls for the first time, 19th century Scottish missionary and explorer Dr. David Livingstone exclaimed, “no one can imagine the beauty..."Read more
In lovely Sintra, it’s not just romance that’s in the air… but fairytale castles that seemingly rise above the clouds.Read more
“Safari,” in Swahili (one of the main languages spoken in Tanzania), translates simply into the word “journey.”Read more
Take a thrilling visit to Tanzania’s UNESCO World Heritage Site the Ngorongoro Conservation AreaRead more
Revolutionary, activist, philanthropist, Noble Peace Prize Winner, President.Read more
With buzzing plazas, a rich history and a golden horizon, Salamanca is not one to missRead more

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Sample this delicate dessert of the Danube River
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What inspires ocean-cruising travel advisors to keep coming back to the river.
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